02
Aug
14

Arrivals

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The arrival of returning waders signals the end of our long warm summer days. Gathering on the coastal marshes are Black tailed Godwits; some still resplendent in their breeding dress.

As we waited yesterday for birds to come closer the light was failing and clouds gathering to the west; a storm was on its way. A Sparrowhawk took the opportunity to hunt the scrape before the rain arrived and the Godwits detonated into the air.

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Black tailed Godwit

 


6 Responses to “Arrivals”


  1. Aug 2, 2014 at 7:19 pm

    Really nicely captured!


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